BreathSync vs HoldOn
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
BreathSync
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BreathSync guides you through 4-7-8 breathing with a simple animated circle, so you can focus on your breath instead of counting. HOW IT WORKS โข Tap Start and follow the circle โข Breathe in while it grows for 4 seconds โข Hold for 7 seconds โข Breathe out slowly while it shrinks for 8 seconds โข Pause or reset anytime; a timer shows how long you've been breathing WHEN TO USE IT Take a short breathing break before sleep, between meetings or whenever you want to slow down for a few minutes. Available in 33 languages. BreathSync is a relaxation aid, not a medical treatment. Terms of Use: https://www.blazeapps.co/breathsync/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.blazeapps.co/breathsync/privacy
HoldOn
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HoldOn is the panic button you can trust when anxiety hits โ offline, private, and free forever for the tools that matter most. When panic strikes, words are hard to read. That's why HoldOn's core relief flow is wordless: tap the panic button, follow a breathing pattern synced to gentle haptic pulses, then ground yourself with the 5-4-3-2-1 technique. No account, no internet, no waiting. โ Panic button, always free Breathing, haptic sync, and 5-4-3-2-1 grounding never lock behind a paywall โ help should never wait for a login screen. โ 100% offline & private Your data never leaves your device. No servers, no tracking, no account required. Works on a plane, in the subway, anywhere. โ Reassurance cards Calming messages to read after an episode, informed by anxiety management practices. โ Premium: CBT-based lessons Unlock 16 lessons grounded in cognitive behavioral techniques to help you understand and manage anxiety over time โ plus an ad-free experience. HoldOn helps you manage and practice through anxious moments. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment โ if you're in crisis, please contact a crisis hotline or emergency services.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: BreathSync at none against HoldOn's shown. HoldOn's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (13.3 vs 15.1). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. BreathSync sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and HoldOn sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
BreathSync ships an update every 7 months, HoldOn fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.
| Parameter | BreathSync | HoldOn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Fortnightly โ better |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.3 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sitki Bayrak | SEONYONG LEE |
In-app purchases
BreathSync
- BreathSync Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- BreathSync Premium Yearly$19.991 Year
- Breath Sync Lifetime$39.99
HoldOn
- HoldOn Premium (Lifetime)$7.99









